| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2014 Ford Fiesta Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2014 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Ford Fiesta | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
|
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 98.0 in | 3.5 in |
| Length | 165.4 in | 160.1 in | 5.3 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 67.8 in | 2.5 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 58.1 in | 0.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 2742 lb. | 584 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 39.1 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 52.7 in | 2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 50.6 in | -50.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.2 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.2 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 49.0 in | 3.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.2 in | -49.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 31.2 in | 4.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 3.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 0.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 25.4 ft3 | 20.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Ford Fiesta
| 2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Ford Fiesta
| 2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |
See TrueDelta's information for all Volkswagen models.
